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The top end of the technology ladder is held by a scan tool. This car diagnostic tool plugs into the OBD-II port (“OBD” is an acronym for on-board diagnostics, and the “II” designates the second ...

When my story on wintertime car safety was posted to the HuffPost Instagram account, I couldn’t help but read the comments. I had interviewed my own mechanic and I wanted to see if his recommendations ...

The Sungale jump starter can revive 12V engines up to 8.0L gas/6.0L diesel, making it good for cars, SUVs, trucks, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. It's almost always cheaper to tune up or fix your car yourself rather than bring it to a mechanic, but that's only worth it if you know what ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Working on a project car is not a light hobby. It takes a lot of thought and hard work and can take months to complete. If your project ...

This double-sided snow brush tops our list of best overall car snow removal tools because of its versatility and affordability (under $20!). It features an 8.6-inch brush head on one end and a ...

People who love cars often like to tinker with them on the weekends. In the past, this might have meant adjusting your carburetor, replacing belts and spark plugs, changing the oil or even performing ...

Most drivers carry the basics: jumper cables, a tire iron, maybe an aging flashlight buried under winter gear. But the road punishes assumptions. A quiet stretch of highway can turn into a test of ...

When it's time to dig out your car, SUV, or truck after a snowstorm, do you have the right tools for the job? Or when you find yourself deep in a hole and can't rock or power your way out, how do you ...

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